IW189 - There are still open suborders for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 189

• Message text: There are still open suborders for &1

What causes this issue?

You want to complete maintenance order &V1&. However, there is still at
least one active suborder that belongs to this order.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Complete all the suborders that exist for this order.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW189 - There are still open suborders for &1 ?

  The SAP error message IW189 ("There are still open suborders for &1") typically occurs in the context of work order processing in the SAP system, particularly when you are trying to close or delete a main order that has associated suborders (or sub-tasks) that are still open. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Open Suborders: The primary reason for this error is that there are one or more suborders linked to the main order that have not been completed or closed. The system prevents the closure of the main order until all associated suborders are resolved.
  Incomplete Processing: Suborders may have pending operations, unposted goods movements, or uncompleted confirmations that need to be addressed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships between the main order and suborders that require resolution before the main order can be processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW189 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Suborders: 
  
  Use transaction code IW38 or IW39 to display the list of orders and check for any open suborders related to the main order.
  Identify the suborders that are still open.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close Suborders:
  
  If the suborders are still in progress, ensure that all necessary operations are completed. This may include:
  
  Confirming operations.
  Posting goods movements.
  Completing any necessary documentation.
  
  
  If the suborders are no longer needed, you may consider closing them if allowed.
  
  
  
  Review Order Status:
  
  Ensure that all required statuses for the suborders are set correctly. You can check the status of each suborder to see if they are in a state that allows closure.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use IW32 to change the suborder and complete any outstanding tasks.
  Use IW8A to display the order and check for any outstanding items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines specific to your organization regarding order processing and closure.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), IW38 (Display Order), and IW39 (Display Order List).
  Order Types: Understand the different types of orders (e.g., maintenance orders, production orders) and their specific processing requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to the IW189 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to close or modify orders in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the IW189 error message in SAP.